At Parler, we believe in fostering a community that thrives on open dialogue, mutual respect, and the free exchange of ideas. To maintain a safe and inclusive environment for all users, we have established these comprehensive Community Standards. These standards outline the behaviors and practices that are expected of all members of the Parler community. By adhering to these guidelines, we can ensure that Parler remains a platform where everyone feels welcome and valued.
1. Respectful Communication
- Respect for Others: Treat all users with dignity and respect. Avoid personal attacks, harassment, or bullying. Engage in discussions with civility, even when disagreements arise.
- Constructive Debate: Encourage constructive and thoughtful dialogue. Disagree with ideas, not people, and provide reasoned arguments and evidence to support your viewpoints.
2. Freedom of Expression
- Diverse Voices: Embrace diverse perspectives and experiences. Parler is a platform for free speech, and all users have the right to express their opinions and beliefs without fear of censorship.
- Responsible Expression: Exercise your right to free speech responsibly. Avoid spreading misinformation, hate speech, or content that incites violence or illegal activities.
3. Privacy and Anonymity
- User Privacy: Respect the privacy of others. Do not share personal information about other users without their explicit consent.
- Anonymity Rights: Honor the anonymity of users who choose to remain anonymous. Do not attempt to reveal or expose the identity of anonymous users.
4. Content Guidelines
- Prohibited Content: Do not post content that is illegal, pornographic, violent, or threatening. This includes content that promotes self-harm, hate speech, or any form of discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or other inherent characteristics.
- Intellectual Property: Respect intellectual property rights. Do not post content that infringes on the copyrights, trademarks, or other legal rights of others.
5. Safe Environment
- Harassment and Bullying: Do not engage in or encourage harassment, bullying, or targeted abuse. This includes sending unwanted messages, making threats, or any behavior intended to intimidate or harm another user.
- Spam and Scams: Avoid posting spam, misleading information, or fraudulent content. Do not engage in scams or deceptive practices that could harm other users.
6. Data and Monetization
- Data Control: Respect the rights of users to control their personal data. Do not misuse or exploit user data for unauthorized purposes.
- Monetization Transparency: If you choose to monetize your content or data, be transparent about your practices and ensure that users understand how their data is being used and compensated.
7. Reporting and Enforcement
- Reporting Violations: Users are encouraged to report any violations of these Community Standards. Parler will review reported content and take appropriate action to address any breaches.
- Enforcement Actions: Parler reserves the right to enforce these standards through warnings, content removal, account suspension, or permanent bans, depending on the severity of the violation.
8. Continuous Improvement
- Feedback and Adaptation: Parler is committed to continuously improving our Community Standards. We welcome feedback from our users and will adapt our guidelines to address emerging issues and ensure the wellbeing of our community.
Conclusion
These Community Standards are designed to create a positive and inclusive environment for all members of the Parler community. By adhering to these guidelines, we can collectively build a platform that celebrates free speech, respects individual rights, and fosters meaningful connections.
